Human-I-T provides certified IT asset disposition (ITAD) services for data centers, including NIST 800-88-compliant data sanitization, certified physical destruction, on-site mobile shredding, full data center decommissioning, chain of custody documentation, serialized data destruction reporting, and end-of-life equipment refurbishment — all performed at NAID AAA-certified, ISO 9001/14001/45001-compliant facilities.
“Studies show that the carbon contribution for an average 1MW data center includes 33,000 lbs of emissions from its plastic, 73,000lbs from aluminum and 377,000 lbs from steel. As such, re-using materials – either as whole units or its separate parts – as much as possible is the best way to minimize energy emissions.”
- Data Centre Magazine
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Thanks to tech donations in 2024 we…
Diverted
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from landfills
Distributed
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Computers to people in need nationwide
“The e-waste challenge necessitates a focus on circularity. The accelerated innovation in AI chips and GPUs should be met with efficient IT asset lifecycle optimization, recycling, remarketing, and secure disposal.“
- Mark Kidd
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Secure Data Sanitization
All data-bearing devices undergo NIST 800-88-compliant sanitization at our NAID AAA-certified facilities using DoD and HIPAA-compliant methods. Non-reusable materials are processed through R2 and e-Stewards-certified downstream partners.
On-Site Data Destruction
Human-I-T deploys mobile shredding equipment directly to your facility for on-site physical destruction of hard drives and storage media. No need to transport sensitive data off-premises.
Full Data Center Decommissioning
End-to-end decommissioning including rack removal, cable management, equipment cataloguing, and on-site technical support. Available in Los Angeles and nationally by arrangement under dedicated service agreements.
Chain of Custody & Audit-Ready Reporting
GPS-tracked vehicles with 4-camera surveillance for secure pickup. Every client receives a Certificate of Data Destruction, serialized Data Sanitization Wipe Reports, and Physical Destruction Reports.
Individual Asset Tracking
Every device is individually inventoried with a unique scannable asset tag and serial number at intake, then tracked through every stage: diagnostics, sanitization, imaging, refurbishment, and final allocation.
Refurbishment & Social Impact
Equipment that can be refurbished is reimaged, tested through 12–15 quality touchpoints, and redistributed to individuals and families lacking technology access. Your decommissioned equipment gets a second life. You get a tax-deductible donation receipt.
Environmental Compliance
Human-I-T operates under ISO 14001 (environmental management), ISO 9001 (quality management), and ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety) certifications.
Frequently Asked Questions About Data Center ITAD Services
What are the best ITAD services for data centers?
The best ITAD services for data centers provide certified data sanitization (NIST 800-88 compliant), documented chain of custody from pickup to processing, serialized destruction certificates for audit compliance, and environmentally responsible disposition through refurbishment or certified recycling. Human-I-T’s ITAD services include all of these, performed at NAID AAA-certified facilities with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications. Non-reusable equipment is processed through R2 and e-Stewards-certified downstream partners.
What is IT asset disposition (ITAD)?
IT asset disposition (ITAD) is the process of securely and responsibly disposing of obsolete or unwanted IT equipment — servers, storage arrays, networking equipment, laptops, and desktops. A comprehensive ITAD program includes data sanitization or destruction, asset inventory and tracking, compliance documentation, value recovery through refurbishment, and environmentally responsible recycling. Human-I-T follows NIST 800-88 standards and maintains NAID AAA and ISO certifications.
What certifications should an ITAD provider have?
Key certifications include NAID AAA (secure information destruction, verified by unannounced audits), R2 (Responsible Recycling), e-Stewards (strictest environmental standard), ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 14001 (environmental management), and ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety). Human-I-T holds NAID AAA, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 directly, and routes non-reusable materials through R2 and e-Stewards-certified downstream vendors.
Does Human-I-T offer on-site data destruction?
Yes. Human-I-T offers on-site data destruction using mobile shredding equipment deployed directly to client facilities, eliminating the need to transport data-bearing media off-premises. On-site engagements include full documentation and certificates of destruction.
What is data center decommissioning?
Data center decommissioning is the process of removing, documenting, and securely disposing of IT infrastructure at end of life — including rack removal, cable management, media sanitization, and asset reconciliation. Human-I-T provides full decommissioning services with logistics and technical teams deployed on-site. Available in Los Angeles and nationally by arrangement.
Can I donate data center equipment instead of recycling it?
Yes. Donating to a certified nonprofit ITAD provider like Human-I-T gives your equipment the same certified data destruction process — NIST 800-88 sanitization, chain of custody documentation — but devices that can be refurbished are redistributed to underserved communities. You receive a tax-deductible donation receipt and full compliance documentation.
How does Human-I-T track assets during disposition?
Every device is individually inventoried with a unique scannable asset tag and serial number at intake. Assets are tracked through every stage — diagnostics, data sanitization, imaging, cosmetic refurbishment, and final allocation. Our system maintains full provenance: where each asset came from, what was done to it, and where it was sent.
